AIG Hospitals, Gachibowli, Hyderabad


About Us
- AIG Hospitals, Gachibowli, is a unit of the Asian Institute of Gastroenterology (AIG), India’s foremost gastroenterology hospital.
- Established in 1994 as the Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, the institution has evolved into a state-of-the-art, 1,000-bed super-specialty hospital spanning 1.7 million square feet.
- It is today considered one of the largest hospitals in the country and is internationally renowned for its expertise in gastroenterology.
- Over the years, AIG Hospitals has treated more than 600,000 patients, managed approximately 28,000 hospital admissions, served over 3,000 international patients, and performed more than 100,000 endoscopy procedures.
- The hospital is JCI and NABH-accredited, ensuring that it meets global standards for patient safety, quality care, and clinical excellence.
- It is also one of only 17 Centres of Excellence for Gastroenterology worldwide, a distinction that highlights its leadership in this field.
- AIG Hospitals is led by Padma Bhushan Dr. D. Nageshwar Reddy (Chairman and Managing Director), Dr. G. V. Rao (Director), and Dr. B. C. Roy Awardee specialists, supported by a large team of senior consultants across specialties.
- The hospital has been custom-designed to perform complex transplant surgeries, including liver, kidney, heart, pancreas, and islet-cell transplants.
- With cutting-edge infrastructure and international protocols, AIG has set new global benchmarks for handling the most challenging procedures with high success rates.
Departments & Procedures
Cardiology
Available Procedures
AICD
Ambulatory BP Monitoring (ABPM)
Angiography
Aortic Dissection Repair Surgery
Aortic Stent Grafting
Aortic Surgery
Aortic Valve Repair - AVR
Aortic Valve Replacement
Arterial Switch Surgery
Atrial Septal Defect - ASD Closure
Balloon Mitral Valvotomy
Balloon Septostomy
Balloon Valvuloplasty
Bentall Surgery
Cardiac Ablation
Cardiac Catheterization
Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy
Cardiac Tumour Treatment
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) Treatment
Coronary Angiogram
Coronary Angioplasty
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery - CABG
Coronary Thrombectomy
CRT - D
CRT - P
Double Valve Replacement
Glenn
ICD Implantation
Impella
Left Ventricular Assist Device - LVAD
LV Restoration Surgery
Mechanical Valve Replacement - MVR
Mitral Valve Repair
Mitral Valve Replacement
Norwood
Open Heart Surgery
Pacemaker Implantation Surgery
PDA Device Closure
Pulmonary Valve Repair
Radiofrequency Ablation
Revision CABG
ROSS
Rotational Atherectomy
TAVI
Tissue Valve Replacement
Trans Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) Surgery
Transarterial Radioembolization- TARE
Transesophageal Echocardiography- TEE
Transmyocardial Revascularization (TMR)
Tricuspid Valve Repair
Truncus Arterious Repair
Valve Repair
Valve Replacement
Valvuloplasty
Ventricular Septal Defect - VSD Surgery
Services for International Patients
AIG Hospitals, Gachibowli, has established a dedicated International Patient Care Division to support patients traveling from abroad for advanced treatment. With its JCI accreditation, the hospital attracts thousands of overseas patients each year for gastroenterology, organ transplants, oncology, and multi-specialty care.
- A single-point coordinator is assigned to every international patient to guide them throughout their medical journey.
- The hospital assists with visa invitation letters, travel guidance, and airport transfers to ensure a smooth arrival and departure.
- Pre-arrival services include medical record evaluation, second opinions from consultants, and advance treatment planning with cost estimates.
- A team of multilingual interpreters is available to bridge communication gaps and ensure patient comfort and understanding.
- International patients are offered priority appointments and fast-track diagnostic services to minimize waiting times.
- Accommodation options range from general wards to private suites, with tie-ups for serviced apartments and hotels near the hospital.
- Dining services include customised meal plans that respect dietary needs, including vegetarian, diabetic-friendly, and halal food.
- Dedicated relationship managers handle all administrative work, including billing, insurance documentation, and discharge formalities.
- After discharge, patients receive digital medical records, structured follow-up plans, and the option of teleconsultations with AIG doctors.
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Commute & Distance
- Address: Plot No. 2/3/4/5, Mindspace Road, Gachibowli, Hyderabad – 500032, Telangana
- Nearest Airport: Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) is approximately 30–32 km away, with a travel time of 40-60 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions.
- Nearest Railway Station: Hitec City Railway Station is about 6–7 km from the hospital (15–20 minutes by car). Secunderabad Railway Station, a major junction, is around 20 km away (40–45 minutes by car).
- Nearest Metro Station: Raidurg Metro Station is the closest, located about 4–5 km from the hospital, with a travel time of 10–15 minutes by car or auto.
Facilities & Infrastructure
Parking
Rehabilitation
Wheelchair
AIG Hospitals, Gachibowli, is designed to deliver advanced tertiary and quaternary care. Spanning 1.7 million sq. ft., the facility features 1,000 inpatient beds, including 180 dedicated ICU beds, and has the capacity to handle a high volume of complex cases.
The hospital is equipped with 150 consultation rooms for outpatient care and operates with a seamless patient flow system that reduces waiting time and improves accessibility. Its infrastructure supports both high-end super-specialty care and day-to-day medical services.
- Operation Theatres and Cath Labs: AIG Hospitals has 20 modular operating theatres equipped for advanced and transplant surgeries. The hospital also runs 4 advanced Cath Labs to support high-volume interventional cardiology and neurovascular procedures.
- Endoscopy Excellence: With 36 advanced endoscopy suites, AIG is internationally renowned for performing complex gastroenterology and interventional endoscopic procedures. Each year, the hospital performs over one lakh endoscopy procedures, including highly specialised interventions such as GERD-X, STRETTA, POEM, G-POEM, STERR, ESD, and EMR.
- Dialysis and Renal Care: AIG offers a dedicated 17-room dialysis unit, supported by cutting-edge nephrology services and an established renal transplant program.
- Critical Care: The hospital maintains ICU beds across specialised units, including surgical, medical, cardiac, neuro, paediatric, and transplant ICUs. Each ICU is equipped with advanced monitoring systems and staffed by trained professionals to manage life-threatening emergencies.
- Transplant Facilities: AIG has purpose-built infrastructure for multi-organ transplants, including liver, kidney, heart, pancreas, and islet-cell transplantation.
- Imaging and Diagnostics: The hospital offers advanced diagnostic facilities, including high-resolution MRI, CT, PET-CT, interventional radiology, and nuclear medicine, enabling precise evaluation and treatment planning.
- Laboratories: NABL-accredited labs offer a range of services, including pathology, microbiology, genetic testing, and molecular diagnostics, ensuring reliable and timely results.
AIG Hospitals is designed to deliver advanced care while ensuring patient comfort and convenience. The hospital combines modern clinical infrastructure with amenities that create a supportive environment for patients, families, and international visitors.
- Wide range of room options, including general wards, semi-private, private, deluxe, and luxury suites.
- Spacious consultation lounges and waiting areas to accommodate high patient volumes comfortably.
- Dedicated family lounges and visitor support services to make extended hospital stays easier for caregivers.
- Prayer and meditation rooms that respect the cultural and spiritual needs of patients from different backgrounds.
- 24/7 in-house pharmacy and well-stocked medical stores for quick access to medicines.
- Comprehensive rehabilitation services such as physiotherapy, counselling, and nutrition care.
- Housekeeping and laundry facilities are available to maintain hygiene and ensure patient comfort.
- Banking and ATM services within the hospital premises.
- Concierge and valet parking services to help patients and visitors manage logistics.
- Tie-ups with nearby hotels and serviced apartments for the convenience of international patients and families.
- In-house dining services offering customised meal options, including vegetarian, diabetic-friendly, and international cuisines.
Awards & Recognition
AIG Hospitals, Gachibowli, has consistently set new benchmarks in healthcare and research, earning recognition both in India and internationally.
- JCI (Joint Commission International) accreditation for meeting the highest global standards of quality and patient safety.
- NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers) accreditation for excellence in clinical care.
- NABL (National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories) accreditation for diagnostic accuracy.
- Recognition as a World Endoscopy Organization Centre of Excellence, placing AIG among the leading global institutes in endoscopy.
Clinical and Procedural Innovations
- Credited with introducing NOTES (Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery) worldwide by performing the world’s first Transgastric Appendectomy.
- Pioneered numerous advanced procedures in India and the Asia-Pacific region, including GERD-X, STRETTA, POEM, G-POEM, STERR, ESD, EMR, Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty, interventional GA procedures, and islet-cell transplantation.
Awards and Recognitions
- Padma Vibhushan (2025) awarded to Dr. D. Nageshwar Reddy, Chairman and Managing Director of AIG Hospitals.
- Rudolf V. Schindler Award (2021) by the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE).
- Lifetime Achievement Award (2021) by the World Endoscopy Organization.
- Dr. B. C. Roy National Award for outstanding contributions to medicine.
- Ranked No. 1 in Gastroenterology multiple times by The Week/Hansa surveys (including 2011 as Best Single-Specialty Hospital in Gastroenterology).
- ICICI Lombard and CNBC TV18 India Healthcare Award (2012) for clinical excellence.
- Best Teaching Award (2017) for its academic and training initiatives.
Centre of Excellence
AIG Hospitals, Hyderabad, is staffed by an exceptional team of 250 doctors and 1,000 nurses, working together to provide patient-centric care across all specialties. With patients arriving from over 20 countries, the hospital has earned international recognition for successfully performing some of the most complex medical and surgical procedures with outstanding success rates.
The hospital is organised around 8 Centres of Excellence that define its multidisciplinary strength:
- Medical and Surgical Gastroenterology: The Asian Institute of Gastroenterology has built world-class expertise across all sub-specialties of gastroenterology.
- Medical Gastroenterology: Endoscopy, colonoscopy, therapeutic endoscopy, third-space endoscopy, inflammatory bowel disease, hepatology, and pancreatic disorders.
- Surgical Gastroenterology: Upper GI, corrosive injury, hepatic-pancreatico-biliary (HPB) surgery, colorectal surgery, GI oncology (including cytoreductive surgery and heated intraperitoneal chemotherapy – HIPEC), bariatric surgery, and complex general surgeries.
- Interventional Radiology: Minimally invasive, image-guided procedures that reduce risks, shorten hospital stays, lower costs, and improve recovery compared to conventional surgeries.
- Liver Sciences and Organ Transplant: One of India’s leading centres for liver care and multi-organ transplants, including liver, kidney, heart, pancreas, lung, and islet-cell transplantation. Multidisciplinary teams perform over 2,000 transplants annually.
- Pulmonary Sciences: Advanced treatment for respiratory diseases, interventional pulmonology, lung transplantation, and sleep disorders.
- Renal Sciences: Comprehensive kidney care, including dialysis, CRRT, and renal transplantation.
- Oncology: Full-spectrum cancer care with surgical, medical, and radiation oncology, supported by advanced diagnostics and personalised treatment plans.
- Cardiac Sciences: Preventive, interventional, and surgical cardiology, supported by modern cath labs and cardiac ICUs.
- Obesity and Metabolic Therapy: Specialised programmes for bariatric surgery, lifestyle management, and multidisciplinary metabolic care.
Academic and Research Leadership
The success of the Asian Institute of Gastroenterology has been shaped by its strong academic and research orientation.
- AIG consultants are internationally invited speakers at global conferences and universities.
- The hospital has trained over 5,000 doctors worldwide, many of whom have become renowned gastroenterologists and surgeons in their respective countries.
- At home, AIG has also trained over 75 DNB doctors and fellows, thereby strengthening India’s medical talent pool.
Accreditations & Certifications


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